Fogging tonight in Dayton area

A mosquito pokes through the fibers on a shirt in this file photo from 2007. A mosquito feeds normally at dusk and dawn and people are encouraged to wear long sleeved shirts, pants and spray with repellent containing DEET to help prevent West Nile Virus.

Fogging to kill adult mosquitoes will take place 7:45-11:30 p.m. today in the Dayton area, weather permitting, according to the Butte County Mosquito and Vector Control District. A detailed map of the fogging area can be seen at www.bcmvcd.com/advisory.php.

Mosquitofish can be picked up at the Chico substation, 444 Otterson Dr., or at the Oroville district office, 5117 Larkin Rd. or can be delivered to a residence. For more information call the district at 533-6038 from Oroville, Richvale, Biggs, Gridley, Berry Creek, or 342-7350 from Chico, Paradise, Cohasset, Forest Ranch or visit www.bcmvcd.com